Luc Bourdon Killed in Motorcycle Accident

Luc Bourdon (21), who plays Hockey with the NHL’s Vancouver Canucks, was killed Thursday afternoon when his motorcycle struck a tractor-trailer in his native northern New Brunswick.

Bourdon’s sister, Eve Bourdon, and his stepmother Maryse Godin both confirmed the death but declined further comment when reached at the family’s home in Shippagan.

Canucks general manager Mike Gillis said the organization was "deeply saddened" by the loss and extended his sympathies Bourdon’s family. He added:

"Luc was an extremely talented player with a bright future. He brought great passion to the game and was a valued team member on and off the ice. He will be greatly missed."

Bourdon was a member of the Canadian team that won gold at the 2006 world junior hockey championship in Vancouver and was named to the tournament all-star team.

He helped Canada win another gold at the 2007 world juniors in Sweden.

So sad to see such great talent burn so bright, then suddenly disappear.